March weather forecast
Montara, CA

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a refreshing month in Montara, California, with an average temperature varying between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

Montara, California, starts March with an average high-temperature of a still moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C), a minor shift from February's 56.7°F (13.7°C). The nights of March anticipate a slight dip from daytime high temperatures, settling to an average low-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Montara is 77%.

Rainfall

In Montara, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Montara, there are 77.3 rainfall days, and 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Montara, in March, the average water temperature is 54°F (12.2°C).
Note: Swimming in 54°F (12.2°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Montara is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm PST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Montara is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Montara in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Montara, is 57.7°F (14.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 49.3°F (9.6°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Montara?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Montara in March?

In Montara, California, during March, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in March in Montara?

In March, the average ocean temperature is 54°F (12.2°C). Swimming in 54°F (12.2°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Montara have in March?

In March, the average day length in Montara is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Montara?

On the first day of March in Montara, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 6:04 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 7:32 pm PDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Montara?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Montara, California, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Montara have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Montara is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Montara?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Montara, California, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in March
Montara, CA

Average temperature in March - Montara, CA
  • Average high temperature in March: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (67.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (56.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (48.7°F).

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Average pressure in March
Montara, CA

Average pressure in March - Montara, CA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Montara, CA

Average wind speed in March - Montara, CA
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Montara, CA

Average humidity in March - Montara, CA
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (72%).

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Average rainfall in March
Montara, CA

Average rainfall in March - Montara, CA
  • Average rainfall in March: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and September (0.12").

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Average rainfall days in March
Montara, CA

Average rainfall days in March - Montara, CA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (10.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (3.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Montara, CA

Average sea temperature in March - Montara, CA
  • Average sea temperature in March: 53.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (56.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is June (52.4°F).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Montara, CA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Montara, CA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Montara, CA

Average sunshine days in March - Montara, CA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Montara, CA

Average UV index in March - Montara, CA
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Montara, CA

Average cloud cover in March - Montara, CA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in March
Montara, CA

Average visibility in March - Montara, CA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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